SWIFT/BIC code BDFEFR2TCP1
BDFEFR2TCP1 belongs to Banque de France in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BDFEFR2TCP1 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BDFEFR2T |
| Branch code | CP1 |
| Bank | Banque de France |
| Branch | Bdf Core(Fr) Cmp Gi |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the Banque de France SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BDFE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2T Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CP1 Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
What bank uses SWIFT code BDFEFR2TCP1?
BDFEFR2TCP1 identifies Bdf Core(Fr) Cmp Gi, a unit of Banque de France in Paris, France. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque de France?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need BDFEFR2TCP1 for a euro transfer to France?
France belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BDFEFR2TCP1.
How long does a transfer to Banque de France take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What do the letters in BDFEFR2TCP1 stand for?
BDFE is the bank code of Banque de France, FR stands for France, 2T is the location code and CP1 identifies the branch Bdf Core(Fr) Cmp Gi.
What happens if I enter BDFEFR2TCP1 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BDFEFR2TCP1 against the details from Banque de France before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.